Period

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Modern

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Els Crommen is a renowned Belgian musician who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on 22nd September 1970 in Hasselt, Belgium, Els grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a music teacher, and her mother was a singer. From a young age, Els showed a keen interest in music and began playing the flute at the age of six. Els received her formal music education at the Lemmensinstituut in Leuven, Belgium, where she studied under the tutelage of renowned flutist, Toon Fret. She graduated with a degree in music in 1992 and went on to pursue a career in music. Els began her career as a freelance musician, performing with various orchestras and ensembles in Belgium and abroad. She quickly gained a reputation as a talented flutist and was soon in demand for solo performances. In 1995, Els won the prestigious Tenuto competition, which is held annually in Belgium to promote young talent in classical music. The Tenuto competition was a turning point in Els' career, and she began to receive more offers for solo performances. In 1996, she was invited to perform at the prestigious Festival de Wallonie in Belgium, where she received critical acclaim for her performance. This led to more invitations to perform at other festivals and concerts across Europe. Over the years, Els has performed with some of the most renowned orchestras and ensembles in Europe, including the Brussels Philharmonic, the Royal Flemish Philharmonic, and the Orchestre National de Lille. She has also collaborated with many famous conductors, including Philippe Herreweghe, Jaap van Zweden, and Edo de Waart. In addition to her solo performances, Els is also a member of several ensembles, including the Flemish Radio Choir and the ensemble Zefiro Torna. With Zefiro Torna, Els has recorded several albums, including "O, Monde Aveugle!" and "Les Tisserands." Els' repertoire includes a wide range of music, from Baroque to contemporary. She is particularly known for her interpretations of the works of J.S. Bach, and has recorded several albums of his music, including "Bach: Flute Sonatas" and "Bach: Flute Concertos." In addition to her performances, Els is also a dedicated music educator. She has taught at several music schools in Belgium and is currently a professor of flute at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels. Els has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In addition to winning the Tenuto competition in 1995, she was also a finalist in the International Flute Competition in Kobe, Japan, in 1997. In 2003, she was awarded the Fuga Trophy, which is given annually by the Union of Belgian Composers to a musician who has made a significant contribution to the promotion of Belgian music. Els' recordings have also received critical acclaim. Her album "Bach: Flute Sonatas" was awarded the Diapason d'Or in 2005, and her album "Bach: Flute Concertos" was awarded the Choc de Classica in 2010. In addition to her music career, Els is also a dedicated environmentalist. She is a member of the Belgian branch of the environmental organization Greenpeace and has been involved in several campaigns to promote environmental awareness. In conclusion, Els Crommen is a talented and accomplished musician who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Her performances have received critical acclaim, and she has won numerous awards and accolades throughout her career.

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